Phishing Scams Review

What is Phishing?

• An attempt to get sensitive information (passwords, bank accounts, etc.)

• When you get an offer for a free cruise

• Going to the lake to catch dinner

• When you get an email from an old friend

How does Phishing work?

• With some string and bait

• Giving information to a hacker in disguise

• Fake internet site

• Sending friends money

Which of the following is an example of a potential Phishing Scam?

• Email saying you need to reset your password

• Email saying you get a free sandwich when you sign up on their website

• Email advertising a sale

• Text message reminding you of a doctor's appointment

What should you do if you get a Phishing email?

• Text back your credit card information

• Click on the link they sent you

• Send a picture of your driver's license

• Delete email/Mark as Spam

Which of the following could be a sign of a phishing email?

• Spelling errors

• Generic greeting (Hello valued customer!)

• Provide a link/download

• Want you to act fast

• Email from someone you don't know

Which Log-In page is fake?

• Left

• Right

Phishing only happens through email

• True

• False